US Deploys Marines to Middle East as Iran Conflict Enters Fifth Week
The administration of Donald Trump has deployed additional US Marines to the Middle East as the conflict involving Iran enters its fifth week, signaling a further buildup of American military…
UPDF Generals Arrested as Muhoozi Intensifies Anti-Corruption Crackdown
Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has ordered the arrest of two senior officers of the Uganda People's Defence Force over suspected corruption. The officers, Don William Nabasa and…
Fugitive Ugandan Prison Warder Arrested in DR Congo Over Kiboga Killings
Ugandan authorities have arrested a prison warder who had been on the run for over a month after allegedly shooting dead four people at Kiboga Central Prison. The suspect, Moses…
Lawmakers Push Back as Government Plans to Host 27,000 More Refugees
Members of Parliament have cautioned the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) against plans to host an additional 27,000 refugees in the 2026/2027 financial year, raising concerns over the country’s…
Ruparelia Foundation Launches Free Eye Camp in Bukedea to Honour Rajiv Ruparelia’s Legacy
Bukedea District has come alive with thousands of residents turning up for a free eye care outreach organized by the Ruparelia Foundation, in a heartfelt tribute to the late Rajiv…
NRM Caucus Backs FY2026/27 Budget Priorities, Endorses Sovereignty Bill
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) Parliamentary Caucus has resolved to support the government’s budget priorities for the Financial Year 2026/2027 and to back the passage of the Proposed Protection of…
Parliament Sets Date for EALA By-Elections After MPs’ Exit
The Parliament of Uganda has scheduled by-elections to fill two vacant seats in the East African Legislative Assembly, following the departure of former representatives who joined the national legislature. According…
Uganda Approves $113 Million to Expand National Airline Fleet
The Uganda government has approved approximately $113 million to support the expansion of the Uganda Airlines fleet, in a move aimed at strengthening the country’s aviation sector. The funding will…
Parliament Sets Dates for Swearing-In of Newly Elected MPs
The Parliament of Uganda has announced that newly elected Members of Parliament will be sworn in from May 13 to May 15, 2026, at Parliament House in Kampala. According to…
Sarah Mullally Installed as First Female Archbishop of Canterbury
Sarah Mullally has been formally installed as the Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to lead the Church of England in a historic ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral. The installation,…
